Special election dates set for seat vacated by Joe Harding who resigned following indictment
Gov. Ron DeSantis has scheduled a March 7 special primary and a May 16 special election to replace former state Rep. Joe Harding, an Ocala Republican who resigned after being indicted on charges of wire fraud, money laundering, and making false statements.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has scheduled a March 7 special primary and a May 16 special election to replace former state Rep. Joe Harding, an Ocala Republican who resigned after being indicted on charges of wire fraud, money laundering, and making false statements.
'It killed our son. Don't minimize it': Father of fallen Apopka firefighter on reported training deficiencies
It's been more than five months since 25-year-old Apopka firefighter Austin Duran was killed on the job.
It's been more than five months since 25-year-old Apopka firefighter Austin Duran was killed on the job.
Central Florida freeze: Tips on how to prepare for chilly weather, hard freeze
Central Florida is about to get hit with the coldest temperatures of the season. Now is the time to remember the “5 Ps ” to prepare for the extreme cold.
Central Florida is about to get hit with the coldest temperatures of the season. Now is the time to remember the “5 Ps ” to prepare for the extreme cold.
Florida residents say nearby marijuana facility stinking up neighborhood
People in one Florida city say a marijuana facility is stinking up the place. Curaleaf, which specializes in producing and distributing cannabis products, owns and operates the facility in Mount Dora.
People in one Florida city say a marijuana facility is stinking up the place. Curaleaf, which specializes in producing and distributing cannabis products, owns and operates the facility in Mount Dora.
'Buried treasure': James Webb telescope’s newest images show star at birth
‘It's like finding buried treasure,’ said scientists analyzing new images from the James Webb Space Telescope through different filters.
‘It's like finding buried treasure,’ said scientists analyzing new images from the James Webb Space Telescope through different filters.
Mega Millions jackpot grows to $510M ahead of Friday’s drawing
It’s the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot for this year.
It’s the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot for this year.
Florida shark attack: Man suspected of hitting shark with hammer identified; investigation ongoing, FWC says
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said it has identified the person believed to be captured on video Tuesday allegedly hitting a shark with a hammer at a Florida beach and then seen dragging it to the ocean.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said it has identified the person believed to be captured on video Tuesday allegedly hitting a shark with a hammer at a Florida beach and then seen dragging it to the ocean.
Deputy frees hawk from snake after would-be meal 'turned the tables'
Video captured on a body camera worn by a Florida law enforcement officer shows a hawk rescue.
Video captured on a body camera worn by a Florida law enforcement officer shows a hawk rescue.
Florida wildlife officials investigating claims man beat shark with hammer
A man is accused of dragging around what on video appears to be a lifeless shark on a Florida beach.
A man is accused of dragging around what on video appears to be a lifeless shark on a Florida beach.
Florida teen brutally stabbed mom, hit her with frying pan over keeping his room clean: Arrest report
A 17-year-old boy accused of first-degree attempted murder beat his mother with a frying pan and stabbed her repeatedly with a pocket knife because she was "constantly on his case about cleaning his room," according to the probable cause affidavit.
A 17-year-old boy accused of first-degree attempted murder beat his mother with a frying pan and stabbed her repeatedly with a pocket knife because she was "constantly on his case about cleaning his room," according to the probable cause affidavit.
Walmart frozen chicken product recalled in 28 states
The recall was issued after a customer complained that they found shrimp in their product, although it had been labeled as a Crispy Chicken with Almonds entrée.
The recall was issued after a customer complained that they found shrimp in their product, although it had been labeled as a Crispy Chicken with Almonds entrée.
Car goes over Fort Myers bridge, driver badly hurt, Florida police say
A driver is in the ICU after their car went over the Caloosahatchee Bridge in Fort Myers, Florida, Saturday morning, according to officials.
A driver is in the ICU after their car went over the Caloosahatchee Bridge in Fort Myers, Florida, Saturday morning, according to officials.
Police: Suspected burglars crash car into Orlando GameStop
A GameStop store in Orlando was turned into a drive-thru early Monday morning after suspected burglars drove through the front of the business and stole gaming consoles and accessories, Orlando police said.
A GameStop store in Orlando was turned into a drive-thru early Monday morning after suspected burglars drove through the front of the business and stole gaming consoles and accessories, Orlando police said.
Falling iguanas likely in Florida this cold Christmas weekend
You have probably heard of falling iguanas in Florida, and this weekend there is a chance to see them because of an Arctic cold front likely to bring the coldest air of the season so far.
You have probably heard of falling iguanas in Florida, and this weekend there is a chance to see them because of an Arctic cold front likely to bring the coldest air of the season so far.
Jan. 6 Capitol riot: Jury selection begins for Ormond Beach 'Proud Boys' member
Jury selection begins Monday for Joseph Briggs, an Ormond Beach man and self-proclaimed “Proud Boys” member accused of participating in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Jury selection begins Monday for Joseph Briggs, an Ormond Beach man and self-proclaimed “Proud Boys” member accused of participating in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Tampa women accused of running ‘traveling drug roadshow’ arrested in South Florida
Two Tampa women are facing years in prison after deputies say they tried to land a lucrative drug deal in South Florida.
Two Tampa women are facing years in prison after deputies say they tried to land a lucrative drug deal in South Florida.
Nearly half of US workers hope to get promoted, a raise in 2023, survey shows
According to the survey, which polled 1,000 full-time U.S. employees in December, the majority of respondents (60%) felt somewhat valued or not at all valued at work.
According to the survey, which polled 1,000 full-time U.S. employees in December, the majority of respondents (60%) felt somewhat valued or not at all valued at work.
Florida man accused of attacking female jogger writes letter asking judge for 'second chance'
William Stamper, a 19-year-old facing an attempted sexual battery charge for reportedly attacking a woman jogging in Altamonte Springs, wrote a letter to a judge asking for help getting his life back on track, according to court records.
William Stamper, a 19-year-old facing an attempted sexual battery charge for reportedly attacking a woman jogging in Altamonte Springs, wrote a letter to a judge asking for help getting his life back on track, according to court records.
Here’s how you can find a PS5 for Christmas
Stores are restocking their shelves with PlayStation 5s to make it easier for shoppers to get their hands on one just in time for the holidays.
Stores are restocking their shelves with PlayStation 5s to make it easier for shoppers to get their hands on one just in time for the holidays.
Marine Corps’ mascot gets promoted to private 1st class
Pfc. Chesty XVI, an English bulldog, received his promotion at a ceremony Tuesday. His predecessor was given a pardon and retirement after becoming a bit of a handful.
Pfc. Chesty XVI, an English bulldog, received his promotion at a ceremony Tuesday. His predecessor was given a pardon and retirement after becoming a bit of a handful.